Beads Color

Swarovski Beads Color Chart

This applies to both Swarovski Beads and Pendants. However, do check the specifics of each article/item as each article will have their own specific colour and effects availability. You will also find that some articles have more effects than the basic ones listed here.

	Color	Numb.
	Crystal	001
	White Opal	234
	White Alabaster	281
	Rose Water Opal	395
	Rose Alabaster	293
	Rosaline	508
	Vintage Rose	319
	Light Rose	223
	Rose	209
	Indian Pink	289
	Fuchsia	502
	Ruby	501
	Padparadscha	542
	Sun	248
	Fireopal	237
	Hyacinth	236
	Indian Red	374
	Light Siam	227
	Dark Red Coral	396
	Siam	208
	Garnet	241
	Burgundy	515
	Light Amethyst	212
	Violet Opal	389
	Violet	371
	Provence Lavender	283
	Tanzanite	539
	Cyclamen Opal	398
	Amethyst	204
	Purple Velvet	277
	Dark Indigo	288
	Montana	207
	Capri Blue	243
	Sapphire	206
	Light Sapphire	211
	Air Blue Opal	285
	Aquamarine	202
	Light Azore	361
	Indian Sapphire	217
	Pacific Opal	390
	Mint Alabaster	397
	Turquoise	267
	Indicolite	379
	Caribbean Blue Opal	394
	Blue Zircon	229
	Chrysolite	238
	Peridot	214
	Fern Green	291
	Erinite	360
	Emerald	205
	Palace Green Opal	393
	Olivine	228
	Khaki	550
	Lime	385
	Light Topaz	226
	Sunflower	292
	Citrine	249
	Jonquil	213
	Silk	391
	Light Peach	362
	Sand Opal	287
	Light Colorado Topaz	246
	Topaz	203
	Light Smoked Topaz	221
	Smoked Topaz	220
	Mocca	286
	Smoky Quartz	225
	Greige	284
	Light Grey Opal	383
	Black Diamond	215
	Jet	280
	Crystal Aurore Boreale	001 AB
	Crystal Aurore Boreale 2x	001 AB2
	Crystal Satin	001 SAT
	Crystal Matt Finish	001 MAT
	Crystal Moonlight	001 MOL
	Crystal Silver Shade	001 SSHA
	Crystal Golden Shadow	001 GSHA
	Crystal Copper	001 COP
	Crystal Red Magma	001 REDM
	Crystal Comet Argent Light	001 CAL
	Crystal Silver Night	001 SINI
	White Opal Sky Blue	234 SBL
	White Opal Star Shine	234 STS
	Crystal Bermuda Blue	001 BBL
	Crystal Heliotrope	001 HEL
	Crystal Metallic Blue 2x	001 METBL2
	Crystal Vitrail Medium	001 VM
	Crystal Metallic Light Gold 2x	001 MLG2
	Crystal Dorado 2x	001 DOR2
	Jet Nut 2x	280 NUT2
	Jet Hematite	280 HEM
	Jet Hematite 2x	280 HEM2

Flat Backs Color

Swarovski Flat Backs Color Chart

This applies to both Swarovski Flat Backs No Hotfix (NoHF) and Flat Backs Hotfix (HF). Do check the specifics of each article/item as each article will have their own specific colour and effects availability. You will also find that some articles have more effects than the basic ones listed here.

	Color	Numb.
	Crystal	001
	White Opal	234
	Rose Water Opal	395
	Chalk White	279
	Vintage Rose	319
	Light Rose	223
	Rose	209
	Indian Pink	289
	Fuchsia	502
	Ruby	501
	Padparadscha	542
	Sun	248
	Fireopal	237
	Hyacinth	236
	Light Siam	227
	Siam	208
	Burgundy	515
	Light Amethyst	212
	Provence Lavender	283
	Violet	371
	Tanzanite	539
	Cyclamen Opal	398
	Amethyst	204
	Purple Velvet	277
	Dark Indigo	288
	Cobalt	369
	Montana	207
	Capri Blue	243
	Sapphire	206
	Light Sapphire	211
	Air Blue Opal	285
	Aquamarine	202
	Pacific Opal	390
	Mint Alabaster	397
	Caribbean Blue Opal	394
	Blue Zircon	229
	Chrysolite	238
	Peridot	214
	Fern Green	291
	Erinite	360
	Palace Green Opal	393
	Olivine	228
	Khaki	550
	Citrine	249
	Light Topaz	226
	Sunflower	292
	Jonquil	213
	Silk	391
	Light Peach	362
	Light Colorado Topaz	246
	Topaz	203
	Smoked Topaz	220
	Mocca	286
	Sand Opal	287
	Light Grey Opal	383
	Black Diamond	215
	Jet	280
	Crystal Aurore Boreale	001 AB
	Jonquil AB	213 AB
	Topaz AB	203 AB
	Light Rose AB	223 AB
	Rose AB	209 AB
	Light Siam AB	227 AB
	Aquamarine AB	202 AB
	Peridot AB	214 AB
	Sapphire AB	206 AB
	Jet AB	280 AB
	Blue Zircon Satin	229 SAT
	Sapphire Satin	206 SAT
	Light Siam Satin	227 SAT
	Smoked Topaz Satin	220 SAT
	Jonquil Satin	213 SAT
	Crystal Moonlight	001 MOL
	Crystal Silver Shade	001 SSHA
	Crystal Golden Shadow	001 GSHA
	Crystal Copper	001 COP
	Crystal Red Magma	001 REDM
	Crystal Volcano	001 VOL
	White Opal Sky Blue	234 SBL
	Crystal Meridian Blue	001 MBL
	Crystal Metallic Blue	001 METBL
	Crystal Sage	001 SAG
	Crystal Tabac	001 TAB
	Crystal Metallic Light Gold	001 MLGLD
	Crystal Dorado	001 DOR
	Jet Nut	280 NUT
	Crystal Silver Night	001 SINI
	Jet Hematite	280 HEM
	Crystal Cosmojet	001 COS
	Crystal Hotfix Transparent	001 HFT
	Crystal Transmission HFT	001 TRA HFT
	Mint Alabaster HFT	397 HFT

Multi Colors

Swarovski Multi Colors

For some articles that have multiple stones (e.g. in the Multi Stone categories), Swarovski also offers a number of different colors in the one article/item. The following is a list of the Multi colors that may be offered:

Color Code	Consists of ..	Pic Sample
Dark Multi	Topaz, Sapphire, Emerald, Amethyst, Siam
Soft Multi	Crystal, Aquamarine, Jonquil, Light Rose, Peridot
Light Multi	Jonquil, Light Amethyst, Light Sapphire, Light Rose, Peridot

Pearls Color

Swarovski Crystal Pearls Chart

	Color	Numb.
	Crystal White Pearl	001 650
	Crystal Cream Pearl	001 620
	Crystal Creamrose Light Pearl	001 618
	Crystal Creamrose Pearl	001 621
	Crystal Light Gold Pearl	001 539
	Crystal Gold Pearl	001 296
	Crystal Bright Gold Pearl	001 306
	Crystal Copper Pearl	001 159
	Crystal Coral Pearl	001 816
	Crystal Brown Pearl	001 815
	Crystal Deep Brown Pearl	001 414
	Crystal Bronze Pearl	001 295
	Crystal Peach Pearl	001 300
	Crystal Powder Almond Pearl	001 305
	Crystal Rosaline Pearl	001 294
	Crystal Powder Rose Pearl	001 352
	Crystal Lavender Pearl	001 524
	Crystal Mauve Pearl	001 160
	Crystal Burgundy Pearl	001 301
	Crystal Bordeaux Pearl	001 538
	Crystal Maroon Pearl	001 388
	Crystal Dark Purple Pearl	001 309
	Crystal Night Blue Pearl	001 818
	Crystal Light Blue Pearl	001 302
	Crystal Tahitian-look Pearl	001 297
	Crystal Powder Green Pearl	001 393
	Crystal Light Green Pearl	001 293
	Crystal Antique Brass Pearl	001 402
	Crystal Dark Green Pearl	001 814
	Crystal Platinum Pearl	001 459
	Crystal Light Grey Pearl	001 616
	Crystal Dark Grey Pearl	001 617
	Crystal Black Pearl	001 298
	Crystal Mystic Black Pearl	001 335

Stones Color

Swarovski Stones Color Chart

This applies to both Swarovski Round Stones, Fancy Stones, Sew-on Stones, Single Stone Settings, Multi-Stone Settings, Chatons and other components that are integrated with Swarovski Stones. However, do check the specifics of each article/item as each article will have their own specific colour and effects availability. You will also find that some articles have more effects than the basic ones listed here.

Note: See Multi-Colors explanation for instances when Swarovski offers multiple colors in one item.

	Color	Numb.
	Crystal	001
	White Opal	234
	White Alabaster	281
	Rose Water Opal	395
	Vintage Rose	319
	Light Rose	223
	Rose	209
	Indian Pink	289
	Fuchsia	502
	Ruby	501
	Padparadscha	542
	Sun	248
	Fireopal	237
	Hyacinth	236
	Light Siam	227
	Dark Red Coral	396
	Siam	208
	Garnet	241
	Burgundy	515
	Light Amethyst	212
	Violet	371
	Provence Lavender	283
	Tanzanite	539
	Cyclamen Opal	398
	Amethyst	204
	Purple Velvet	277
	Dark Indigo	288
	Montana	207
	Capri Blue	243
	Sapphire	206
	Light Sapphire	211
	Air Blue Opal	285
	Aquamarine	202
	Light Azore	361
	Indian Sapphire	217
	Pacific Opal	390
	Mint Alabaster	397
	Turquoise	267
	Indicolite	379
	Caribbean Blue Opal	394
	Blue Zircon	229
	Chrysolite	238
	Peridot	214
	Fern Green	291
	Erinite	360
	Emerald	205
	Palace Green Opal	393
	Olivine	228
	Khaki	550
	Lime	385
	Light Topaz	226
	Sunflower	292
	Jonquil	213
	Silk	391
	Light Peach	362
	Light Colorado Topaz	246
	Topaz	203
	Light Smoked Topaz	221
	Smoked Topaz	220
	Mocca	286
	Smoky Quartz	225
	Sand Opal	287
	Light Grey Opal	383
	Greige	284
	Black Diamond	215
	Jet	280
	Crystal Aurore Boreale	001 AB
	Crystal Transmission	001 TRA
	Crystal Satin	001 SAT
	Crystal Matt Finish	001 MAT
	Crystal Moonlight	001 MOL
	Crystal Silver Shade	001 SSHA
	Crystal Golden Shadow	001 GSHA
	Crystal Copper	001 COP
	Crystal Red Magma	001 REDM
	Crystal Comet Argent Light	001 CAL
	White Opal Sky Blue	234 SBL
	White Opal Star Shine	234 STS
	Crystal Meridian Blue	001 MBL
	Crystal Bermuda Blue	001 BBL
	Crystal Heliotrope	001 HEL
	Crystal Metallic Blue	001 METBL
	Crystal Vitrail Light	001 VL
	Crystal Vitrail Medium	001 VM
	Crystal Sage	001 SAG
	Crystal Sahara	001 SAH
	Crystal Tabac	001 TAB
	Crystal Volcano	001 VOL
	Crystal Metallic Light Gold	001 MLGLD
	Crystal Dorado	001 DOR
	Jet Nut	280 NUT
	Crystal Silver Night	001 SINI
	Jet Hematite	280 HEM
	Jet Metallic Silver	280 METSI

Effects and Codes

Swarovski Effects and Codes

The incredible effects and finishes are produced using a vacuum metal coating process. It is applied on the surface of the crystal, either in the front (top) or on the reverse (bottom) sides. These processes can either produce a surface effect, a translucent effect, and/or special surface effects. This vacuum coating process can be applied to clear or colour crystals.

SURFACE EFFECTS (Vacuum coating on surface)				TRANSLUCENT EFFECTS (Vacuum coating on reverse side. The resultant effect shines through the crystal.)
image	Effect Code	effect name		image	Effect Code	effect name
	AB	Aurore Boreale			BBL	Bermuda Blue
	CAL	Comet Argent Light			HEL	Heliotrope
	COP	Copper			MBL	Meridian Blue
	DOR	Dorado			SAG	Sage
	GSHA	Golden Shadow			SAH	Sahara
	HEM	Hematite			TAB	Tabac
	METBL	Metallic Blue			VL	Vitrail Light
	METSI	Metallic Silver			VM	Vitrail Medium
	MOL	Moonlight			VOL	Volcano
	NUT	Nut (only on Jet)
	SAT	Satin
	SSHA	Silver Shade
	TRA	Transmission

Variations on Surface Effects (suffix code)
image	Effect Code Suffix	explanation
	V	The effect is applied on the reverse. If a surface effect is normally applied on the front, then this indicates it is applied on the back (e.g. ABV = AB is applied on the back). Similarly, if a surface effect is normally on the back, then this suffix indicates it has been applied on the front (e.g. VMV=VM being applied on the front).
	Z	The effect is applied to only part of the crystal (e.g. HELZ means that Heliotrope effect was only applied to part of the crystal stone).
	B	Effect has been applied on 3 sides of a cube shape (e.g. ABB)
	2x	Effect applied to both sides of stone (e.g. Aurore Boreale 2x aka AB2)

Special Surface Effects
image	Effect Code	effect name	explanation
	MAT	Matt Finish	Matt Finish effect results from a chemical matting process to entire surface of crystal. Small variations may occur.
	FRO	Frosted	The Frosted effect can be done via mechanical process but only on Flat Back Roses.
	COS	Cosmojet	Cosmojet effect can achieve blackening of single facets of the crystal.

Effects List

Swarovski Effects List

In its catalogues, Swarovski classifies its effects and finishes as Ordinary Effects or Special Effects. Currently, Special Effects are only available on (clear) crystals.
Some of the Ordinary Effects are applied only to clear crystals, some to both clear and colour crystals.
The effects are available as partially applied (Half Coating) or fully applied (Full Coating).
This listing will give you a detailed general idea of what is available.
For a explanation of code and suffix used for effects, see Effects and Codes.
Prices vary (In ascending amount for the same base article: 1) Crystal, 2) Colours, 3) Crystal with Ordinary Effects, 4) Crystal with Special Effects, 5) Colours with Ordinary Effects, 6) Crystal with Full Ordinary, 7) Colours with Full Ordinary).

Air Blue Opal

Swarovski Air Blue Opal (285)

Swarovski has combined the divine blue with the white purity to produce this colour of divinity, gods, and the endless skies. It has a most soothing aura, combining the air of the skies with the soul-depths of the deep waters, enlightened with the lights of divinity glimmering through its gentle progress.

The Air Blue Opal is another of Swarovski's magical colours. It is virtually impossible to capture in a static shot, or even with words. Its interplay with light and under different light conditions reveals indescribable colours like opalescent, milky, translucent pinks with points of scintillating light. The closes I can describe it is like looking at high grade opals with their depth of unendingly changing colours and flickering lights of the divine.

Air Blue Opal is available in:

• Beads
• Round Stones
• Flat Backs No Hotfix
• Flat Backs Hotfix
• Sew-on Stones
• Fancy Stones
• Pendants

• Chaton Bindings
• Chaton Montées
• Crystal Aerial Mesh
• Crystal Mesh Metallisée
• Flat Back Bandings
• Jeans Buttons
• Rivets
• Roses Montées
• Transfers
• Transfers No Hotfix

Arora Borealis

Effect - Arora Borealis

Swarovski's Arora Borealis (commonly known as "AB") found worldwide following in the 1950's following collaboration work between Swarovski and Christian Dior.

Coral Pearl

Swarovski Crystal Coral Pearl (001 816)

New colour released 2009/2010.

In the words of Swarovski:

This new crystal coating is thick and luxuriously solid. It even looks a bit like ceramics. A vintage color that calls for a modern twist of color combinations. Versatile and playfully appropriates for today's trends - both timeless and contemporary.

Photo courtesy of Swarovski

Coral is available in:

• 5810, 5811, 5816, 5817, 5818, 5821

Coral with Antique Copper

I was asked if this Coral colour would look good with Antique Copper. I think that is an excellent question and I personally have to say it is a great match. I have included a photo so you can decide for yourself. (as always, click for larger image)

Crystal Platinum Pearl

Swarovski Crystal Platinum Pearl (001 459)

Crystal Platinum is available in:

• 5810, 5811, 5816, 5817, 5818, 5821, 5826, 5850

Crystal Red Magma

Swarovski Crystal Red Magma (001 REDM)

New exclusive finish/effect released 2009/2010.

Swarovski has combined strength and gentleness, power and feminity in this new color effect. "Red" is the first-named colour by man and through the ages, it bespeaks of action and power. Yet this new exclusive color finish from Swarovski is not over-powering. Rather its softness comes from the subtle power glow ~ like the hot fires of magma that simmers beneath the earth, the hot passions of the heart is glows from within this crystal effect. It calls to all who yearn for love filled with strength, passion, and tenderness.

Crystal Red Magma is available in:

• Beads
• Crystal Buttons
• Fancy Stones
• Sew-on Stones
• Pendants

Cyclamen Opal

Swarovski Color: Cyclamen Opal (398)

Cyclamen Opal is a must have for the current love of opal colors. An appealingly soft and shinny color, it is a fusion of underlying berry and fuchsia. This is a recommended tone-on-tone blends with reds, pinks, and browns (e.g. Rose, Burgundy, Light Colorado Topaz, Smoky Topaz). For a more dramatic combo, greenish yellows are recommended.

Cyclamen Opal is available in:

• Round Stones
• Flat Backs No Hotfix
• Flat Backs Hotfix
• Sew-on Stones (art. 3128)
• Fancy Stones
• Beads
• Pendants

• Transfers
• Transfers No Hotfix
• Jeans Buttons
• Buttons with Metal Shanks
• Chaton Bindings
• Flat Back Bandings
• Rivets
• Roses Montées
• Chaton Montées
• Crystal Mesh Standard
• Crystal Mesh Metallisée
• Crystal Aerial Mesh
• Cupchains and Findings

Sidebar: Cyclamen the flower

Cyclamen is the national flower of Israel. Cyclamen is actually a genus of 23 species of flowering plants. The genus as a whole is most commonly referred to as Cyclamen. The flowers are usually pink or white. They look very delicate and many think of them as indoor plants. But in reality, they can be grown outdoors even in pretty harsh conditions.

Fern Green

Swarovski Color: Fern Green (291)

Fern Green has been called the true grass-green - a combination of Swarovski's Emerald and Peridot. It is the color of lush green ferns and vallyes.

Color Combinations

Color trends released by Swarovski provides great suggestions for colors that will harmonize with Provence Lavender.

• Theme: OCEAN Glamour
• Theme: SWAMP Progressive

Greige

Swarovski Color: Greige (284)

Swarovski has called this the "noble" color due to its understated shine and undeniable elegance. It is an intriguing 'barely there' color that makes it so compatible with tonal matchings and color combinations. It brings a refined nobility and elegance to its applications.

Greige is available in:

• Beads
• Round Stones
• Flat Backs No Hotfix
• Flat Backs Hotfix
• Sew-on Stones (art. 3128)
• Fancy Stones
• Pendants

• Buttons with Metal Shanks
• Chaton Bindings
• Chaton Montées
• Crystal Aerial Mesh
• Crystal Mesh Standard
• Crystal Mesh Metallisée
• Flat Back Bandings
• Jeans Buttons
• Roses Montées
• Transfers
• Transfers No Hotfix

Greige and Black Diamond

Some have said that the new 2009 color Greige and the existing Black Diamond is very similar. In my opinion, to the naked eye, they are indeed. Especially in the smaller sizes. But it all depends on the lighting. There are indeed differences - and it could be the difference that makes all the difference.

Here I have included a comparative shot of both 5328 XILION bicone beads - taken in natural light. You can clearly see that there are indeed differences.

Additionally, I heard from my Swarovski representative (on 16 Oct 09) that the sales of the Greige is expected to bypass that of the Black Diamond and may become jewelers first choice in the "almost there" range in grey tones.

Addendum: (added by request. Click for larger image.)
This additional photo shows 3 colours that some think look similar: Greige, Black Diamond, and Silk. However as I didn't have Silk on hand, I have shown Silk AB instead. It is still enough to show that indeed there are vital differences among the colors.

However you may have noted how the colours can vary (from picture to picture). That is one of the wonder of blings, Swarovski, and crystals - there is no one static colour and tone. It varies according to light and surrounding ambience.

Definition of Greige

From the Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary:

Metallic Light Gold

Swarovski Effect: Crystal Metallic Light Gold (001 MLGLD)

Inline with the current ongoing demure look, Swarovski has released this deeply rich, precious metallic effect. A rich warm metallic effect that will blend seamlessly with all crystal colours and effects.

Crystal Metallic Light Gold is available in:

• Beads
• Flat Backs No Hotfix
• Flat Backs Hotfix
• Round Stones
• Sew-on Stones
• Fancy Stones
• Pendants

• Transfers
• Transfers No Hotfix
• Jeans Buttons
• Buttons with Metal Shanks
• Chaton Bindings
• Flat Back Bandings
• Rivets
• Roses Montées
• Chaton Montées
• Crystal Mesh Standard
• Crystal Mesh Metallisée
• Crystal Aerial Mesh

Provence Lavender

Swarovski Color: Provence Lavender (284)

Provence Lavender has pale violet hues and glimmering of radiating blues from within. Inspired by the lavender fields in Provence (pronounce: prow-vonce), France.

Color Combinations

Color trends released by Swarovski provides great suggestions for colors that will harmonize with Provence Lavender.

• Theme: CASCADE Romantic
• Theme: OCEAN Glamour
• Theme: SOURCE Harmony

Autumn-Winter 2011-12

Swarovski Color Trends: Autumn-Winter 2011-12

Trend: Animal Instinct

Taking inspiration from the animal kingdom, key trends for Autumn/Winter 2011/12 divide into different schools of thought. On one hand, paring back is paramount with a focus on nature, tradition and the real and tangible. On the other, encompassed by a positive and uplifting mood, we embrace the future and look forward to new horizons. Our animal instincts have been aroused with a sense of safety, security and community at the fore. Ultimately, we seek to survive. In order to do this we need to reconnect with what is real and tangible to nurture our inner instincts and re-connect with our environment. Armed with this newfound wisdom, we turn to nature and her inhabitants for guidance and instruction.

The 5 subcategories/facets:

• Harmony: White Landscape/Snow Rabbit
• Classic: Forest/Brown Bear
• Progressive: Farmland/Fox
• Romantic: Countryside/Kingfisher
• Glamour: City/Horse

Classic: Forest

Classic: Forest/Brown Bear

Swarovski Trends: Autumn-Winter 2011-12

Trend Details

Colors & Assortment

 

Check out the complementary Swarovski Innovations Autumn-Winter 2011-12 - with the latest releases and upgrades.

 

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Go back to top of Classic: Forest/Brown Bear

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Glamour: City

Glamour: City/Horse

Swarovski Trends: Autumn-Winter 2011-12

Trend Details

Colors & Assortment

 

Check out the complementary Swarovski Innovations Autumn-Winter 2011-12 - with the latest releases and upgrades.

 

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Go back to top of Glamour: City/Horse

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Harmony: Winter Landscape

Harmony: White Landscape/Snow Rabbit

Swarovski Trends: Autumn-Winter 2011-12

Trend Details

Colors & Assortment

 

Check out the complementary Swarovski Innovations Autumn-Winter 2011-12 - with the latest releases and upgrades.

 

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Go back to top of Harmony: White Landscape/Snow Rabbit

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Progressive: Farmland

Progressive: Farmland/Fox

Swarovski Trends: Autumn-Winter 2011-12

Trend Details

Colors & Assortment

 

Check out the complementary Swarovski Innovations Autumn-Winter 2011-12 - with the latest releases and upgrades.

 

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Go back to top of Progressive: Farmland/Fox

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Romantic: Countryside

Romantic: Countryside/Kingfisher

Swarovski Trends: Autumn-Winter 2011-12

Trend Details

Colors & Assortment

 

Check out the complementary Swarovski Innovations Autumn-Winter 2011-12 - with the latest releases and upgrades.

 

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Go back to top of Romantic: Countryside/Kingfisher

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Spring-Summer 2011-12

Swarovski Color Trends Spring/Summer 2011

WATER

For the Spring/Summer 2011 fashion trend, CRYSTALLIZED - Swarovski Elements Trend Team has identified Water as the core focal inspiration; Water which represents the circle of life of female nature and beauty.

This "Water" theme has delivered some truly marvelous yet soothing color trends and combinations.

CASCADE Romantic

Swarovski Color Theme: CASCADE Romantic

Colors for Spring/Summer 2011

General Trend Concepts

A soothing refreshing color palette bespeaking of female spirit at rest at the point of rejuvenation and adventure and discovery.

Colours

• White Opal (234)
• Light Azore (361)
• Mint Alabaster (397)
• Chrysolite (238)
• Air Blue Opal (285)
• Provence Lavender (283)

Check out the complementary Swarovski Innovations Spring/Summer 2011 - with the latest releases and upgrades.

OCEAN Glamour

Swarovski Color Theme: OCEAN Glamour

Colors for Spring/Summer 2011

General Trend Concepts

Irridescent like a crystal, it is a celebration of renaissance and life, of feeling at home, of acceptance of self, strenght, rough aspects admist fragility, and pure soul.

Colours

• Light Topaz (226)
• Emerald (205)
• Fern Green (291)
• Amethyst (204)
• Dark Indigo (288)
• Provence Lavender (283)

Check out the complementary Swarovski Innovations Spring/Summer 2011 - with the latest releases and upgrades.

RIVER Classic

Swarovski Color Theme: RIVER Classic

Colors for Spring/Summer 2011

General Trend Concepts

Facetted like a crystal, the reborn of femininity along the river of change and the flow of light-hearted day through the swamp of melancholy ~ drifting along the river in a coming of age.

Colours

• Light Grey Opal (383)
• Montana (207)
• Dark Indigo (288)
• Jet Hematite (280 HEM)
• Dark Red Coral (396)
• Vintage Rose (319)

Check out the complementary Swarovski Innovations Spring/Summer 2011 - with the latest releases and upgrades.

SOURCE Harmony

Swarovski Color Theme: "SOURCE" Harmony

Colors for Spring/Summer 2011

General Trend Concepts

wise, goddess, ageless, renaissance, rejuvenation, and ..

"deep feminity with natural rough aspects and a pure soul

~ Swarovski ~

Colours

• Crystal White Pearl (001 650)
• Crystal Light Grey Pearl (001 616)
• Air Blue Opal (285)
• Provenance Lavender (283)
• Crystal Powder Rose Pearl (001 352)
• Crystal Black Pearl (001 298)

Check out the complementary Swarovski Innovations Spring/Summer 2011 - with the latest releases and upgrades.

SWAMP Progressive

Swarovski Color Theme: SWAMP Progressive

Colors for Spring/Summer 2011

General Trend Concepts

In the transition between the things of youth and airiness to the questioning complexity of becoming a woman ~ "shimmering like the darkest coloured crystals" (quote from Swarovski).

Colours

• Lime (385)
• Crystal Dorado (001 DOR)
• Caribbean Blue Opal (394)
• Khaki (550)
• Jet Nut (280 NUT)
• Fern Green (291)

Check out the complementary Swarovski Innovations Spring/Summer 2011 - with the latest releases and upgrades.

Color Trend Archives

2010-11 Energy

Swarovski Color Theme: "ENERGY" Progressive

Colors for Autumn/Winter 2010/11

General Trend Concepts

For Progressive colour combinations and structures.

"ENERGY ~ A vision of a new society for the next decade."

~ Swarovski ~

Colours

• Crystal Moonlight (001 MOL)
• Greige (284)
• Jet Hematite(280 HEM)
• Crystal Copper (001 COP)
• Crystal Tabac (001 TAB)
• Cyclamen Opal (398)
• Emerald (205)
• Dark Indigo (288)

2010-11 Contentedness

Swarovski Color Theme: "CONTENTEDNESS" Classic

Colors for Autumn/Winter 2010/11

General Trend Concepts

Classic Color Combinations

"Of all possessions, contentedness is the best by far"

~ William Shakespeare ~

Colours

• Greige (284 )
• Light Grey Opal (383)
• White Opal (234)
• White Alabaster (281)
• Chrysolite (238)
• Emerald (205)

2010-11 Fun

Swarovski Color Theme: "FUN" Glamour

Colors for Autumn/Winter 2010/11

General Trend Concepts

Glamorous Fun Color Combinations

"Who wants to be ordinary? Dress Haute Couture!"

~ Swarovski ~

Colours

• Emerald (205)
• Mint Alabaster (397 )
• Tanzanite (539)
• Cyclamen Opal (398)
• Hyacinth (236)
• Indian Pink (289)
• Light Topaz (226)
• Jet (280)

2010-11 Openess

Swarovski Color Theme: "OPENESS" Harmony

Colors for Autumn/Winter 2010/11

General Trend Concepts

Harmonious colour combination.

"OPENESS is inspired by the lively Mexican culture, interpreted in a totally different way - more calm, relaxed, natural and graphical. This harmonious direction expresses a fusion of folkloric, traditional details combined with moden casual aspects. One of the key issues will therefore be to reach innovtive structures by merging of traditional ethnic patterns and modern computer graphics. Moreever the richness of natural fibres and material joined with neutral shades and pixel-like graphics brings innovative variations of fabric treatments and surfaces"

~ Swarovski ~

Colours

• White Alabaster (281)
• Crystal Golden Shadow (001 GSHA)
• Crystal Metallic Light Gold (001 MLGLD)
• Greige (284)
• Crystal Comet Argent Light (001 CAL)
• Dark Indigo (288)

2010-11 Serenity

Swarovski Color Theme: "SERENITY" Romantic

Colors for Autumn/Winter 2010/11

General Trend Concepts

New Romantic Color Combinations

"In your everyday life leave the path open to dreams and the imagination ...
this theme captures a serene and cheerful moment for oneself.

A new and impressionist look, conveying a natural and poetic, dreamlike optimism, which takes in the innate beauty of nature as a luxuriant source for relaxation. The ideals of Arts and Crafts are revised in a lighter and fresh way through a new fusion of authenticity and artifice, of raw earthiness and delicate reflections of water and autumnal flowers. Simple, graphic elements and strong color accents spice up the theme and add surprising, almost surreal twists.
... to retain an indefinable strange taste of happiness from elsewhere ..."

~ Swarovski ~

Colours

• Sand Opal (287 )
• Light Colorado Topaz (246)
• Topaz (203)
• Crystal Copper Pearl (001 159)
• Crystal Copper (001 COP)
• Smoked Topaz (220)
• Light Topaz (226)
• Padparadscha (542)
• Rose (209)
• Indian Red (374)
• Crystal Red Magma (001 REDM)
• Cyclamen Opal (398)
• Light Siam (227)
• Lime (385)
• Crystal Light Green Pearl (001 293)
• Olivine (228)
• Palace Green Opal (393)
• Caribbean Blue Opal (394)
• Violet (371)

2010 Colours and Surfaces

Swarovski Color Theme: "Colours and Surfaces"

"The freedom to experiment and create new surface effects - the morphing of skin and materials."

~ Swarovski ~

Colors for Spring/Summer 2010

These color combinations from Swarovski are always aesthetically pleasing and are sure winners regardless of what year you find yourself in!

General Trend Concepts

Use these underlying theme concepts to allow your mind to expand into the suggested spheres of thought to aid in your own creative outpourings.

Stands for ..

• futuristic appeal and outlook
• experiential glamour
• releasing the eccentric side of one's personality

Colours of "Colours and Surfaces"

• Black Diamond
• Air Blue Opal
• Palace Green Opal
• Smoky Quartz
• Purple Velvet
• Crystal Dorado

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2010 Construction

Swarovski Color Theme: "Construction"

"Freethinking gives space to unfinished construction processes of new proportions."

~ Swarovski ~

Colors for Spring/Summer 2010

These color combinations from Swarovski are always aesthetically pleasing and are sure winners regardless of what year you find yourself in!

General Trend Concepts

Use these underlying theme concepts to allow your mind to expand into the suggested spheres of thought to aid in your own creative outpourings.

Stands for ..

• focus on experimental approach and conceptual process
• influenced by architecture and the interplay of lines and proportions
• graphic look, lines, geometry, and angles

Colours of "Construction"

• White Alabaster
• Topaz
• Dark Indigo
• Black Diamond
• Jet Hematite
• Crystal Red Magma

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2010 Improvisation

Swarovski Color Theme: "Improvisation"

"Freethinking, the quest for new inventive desing solutions"

~ Swarovski ~

Colors for Spring/Summer 2010

These color combinations from Swarovski are always aesthetically pleasing and are sure winners regardless of what year you find yourself in!

General Trend Concepts

Use these underlying theme concepts to allow your mind to expand into the suggested spheres of thought to aid in your own creative outpourings.

Escaping into ..

• freedom and openess to new directions
• embracing of new developments and experiences
• openess to new surprises

Colours of "Improvisation"

• Light Topaz
• Light Colorado Topaz
• Crystal Red Magma
• Black Diamond
• Air Blue Opal
• Dark Indigo
• Palace Green Opal

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2010 Integration

Swarovski Color Theme: "Integration"

"An atmosphere of creative freedom and relaxation"

~ Swarovski ~

Colors for Spring/Summer 2010

General Trend Concepts

• relaxed innovation
• an embracing of the future
• fashion that revels in marked optimism, inventiveness, boldness, individuality
• more awareness and interest in quality, creativity, exquisite workmanship

Colours

• White Alabaster
• Crystal Powder Almond
• Light Grey Opal
• Sand Opal
• Pacific Opal
• Black Diamond

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2009 Gypsy Rose (pink)

Swarovski Color Theme: "Gypsy Rose"

"Pink, the colour of feelings and emotions, is also very female.
Pink is the colour of tenderness!"

~ Swarovski ~

Colors for Spring/Summer 2009

These color combinations from Swarovski are always aesthetically pleasing and are sure winners regardless of what year you find yourself in!

General Trend Concepts

Use these underlying theme concepts to allow your mind to expand into the suggested spheres of thought to aid in your own creative outpourings.

Feminity

• slowing down of pace and mood
• harmony
• South-East Europe
• openess of senses
• lavish, magnificent roses
• well-being
• feeling good
• romanticism

Colours of "Gypsy Rose"

• Light Amethyst
• Violet
• Rose Water Opal
• Vintage Rose
• Dark Red Coral
• Sand Opal

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2009 Meadow (yellow)

Swarovski Color Theme: "Meadow"

"Yellow is the colour of the sun, light and gold, it is bright and cheerful and often associated with happiness and peace!

~ Swarovski ~

Colors for Spring/Summer 2009

These color combinations from Swarovski are always aesthetically pleasing and are sure winners regardless of what year you find yourself in!

General Trend Concepts

Use these underlying theme concepts to allow your mind to expand into the suggested spheres of thought to aid in your own creative outpourings.

Escaping into ..

• wideness/wide open spaces
• freshness
• simplicity

Colours of "Meadow"

• Jonquil
• Light Topaz
• Crystal Gold Pearl
• Lime
• Khaki
• Sand Opal
• Light Grey Opal

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2009 Pacific (blue)

Swarovski Color Theme: "Pacific"

"Blue is the colour of sky and water - it simply keeps our world together!"

~ Swarovski ~

Colors for Spring/Summer 2009

These color combinations from Swarovski are always aesthetically pleasing and are sure winners regardless of what year you find yourself in!

General Trend Concepts

Use these underlying theme concepts to allow your mind to expand into the suggested spheres of thought to aid in your own creative outpourings.

The Oceans

• focus on the seas and oceans
• their essential beauty
• water
• depths in the sea
• contrast of light and depths

Colours of "Pacific"

• Montana
• Crystal Metallic Blue
• Capri Blue
• Sapphire
• Caribbean Blue Opal
• Aquamarine
• Sand Opal

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2009 Savannah (brown)

Swarovski Color Theme: "Savannah"

"Brown stands for cosiness and security,
it gives a feeling fo warmth but looks never too hot!"

~ Swarovski ~

Colors for Spring/Summer 2009

These color combinations from Swarovski are always aesthetically pleasing and are sure winners regardless of what year you find yourself in!

General Trend Concepts

Use these underlying theme concepts to allow your mind to expand into the suggested spheres of thought to aid in your own creative outpourings.

The Earth

• focus on our earth
• elemental
• slowing down the pace
• archaic and dynamic (like the Savannah)
• mineral-like
• earthy

Colours of "Savannah

• Crystal Golden Shadow
• Crystal Dorado
• Smoked Topaz
• Mocca
• Burgundy
• Jet Nut
• Sand Opal

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2009 Traveller (orange)

Swarovski Color Theme: "Traveller"

"In every language the name of the colour orange is identical with the name of the fruit.
The orange has its orgins in India, where it is called 'nareng'. Orange is the colour of India, optimism, and changes!"

~ Swarovski ~

Colors for Spring/Summer 2009

These color combinations from Swarovski are always aesthetically pleasing and are sure winners regardless of what year you find yourself in!

General Trend Concepts

Use these underlying theme concepts to allow your mind to expand into the suggested spheres of thought to aid in your own creative outpourings.

Expanding into other borders ..

• India
• other cultures
• ethnicity
• Moroccan charm
• slowing down

Colours of "Traveller"

• Crystal Tabac
• Topaz
• Crystal Copper
• Dark Red Coral
• Mocca
• Sand Opal
• Light Grey Opal

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Ironing

Ironing and Crystallized™ Swarovski Elements

Crystallized™ offers certain products that have special Hotfix glue on the underside of the crystals. These products can be easily applied by using heat - for example, an iron (no steam - water and steam adversely affect the application results).

Ironing

• Flat Backs Hotfix
• Transfers with Hotfix
• Crystal Fabric

You can use a simple iron press or a conventional iron. Best results are obtained with an iron that has no steam holes in the sole plate.
Just iron onto your fabric, e.g. T-shirt or jeans, by following the steps below.

1. Use a flat, stable surface for ironing. Use a non-steam iron (no steam holes) if possible. Do not use steam.
2. Set iron to to moderate setting, like silk or wool (120 °C - 170°C | 250°F - 340°F)
3. Cut as close as possible to design.
4. Peel off white backing and discard.
5. Position design on fabric with the Hotfix glue side on the garment.
   
6. Turn inside out. If necessary, tuck a piece of thick paper into the item of clothing, under the crystals. (This will prevent the crystal elements leaving indentation marks on the other side of the garment.)
   
7. Place an ironing cloth between your iron and your garment to protect your garment from the heat. (The underside of your garment should be facing up).
   
   Ironing cloth can be a piece of calico, cotton material, or baking paper.
8. Place heated iron directly on top of where the crystal/transfer is. Do not move the iron to and fro. Apply moderate pressure. (Work this way throughout the crystal transfer area if you have a large piece of design hotfix transfer.)
9. After about 10 seconds, lift the iron away. Use your hands over the ironing cloth and press down on the crystals/transfer area with a firm pressure.
10. Wait till it cools and SLOWLY peel back the transparent foil to check if the crystals have fused to the garment. If not, repeat from step 8 again for a longer time.
11. To finish, allow piece to cool down. Then carefully remove transparent foil.

Temperature Guide for Hotfix and XILION Transfers

Hotfix & XILION Transfers

Recommended Pressure: low
Ironing Aid: Teflon
With Art. 2029, Ringed Roses, a 10% longer application time is recommended.
Recommended Application Side

Crystal Fabric

Recommended Pressure: high
Ironing Air: Teflon, ironing cloth
Recommended Application Side

Autumn-Winter 2011-12

SWAROVSKI Innovations Autumn/Winter 2011/12

Swarovski releases "Innovations" - new articles & colours plus extensions to existing lines twice a year. "Innovations Autumn/Winter 2011/12" is their latest release for the second half of 2010.

Please contact ClearlyChosen if you would like more info or order on any of these or other specialty Swarovski items.

DESIGNER EDITIONS
“Designs of Tramando” by Martín Churba (18815-18823)

SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS announces an exciting new collaboration with the Argentinean designer, Martín Churba. The result of this collaboration is a special collection of nine sparkling Transfers with gaucho patterns, Indian weave and Churba’s own contemporary designs. A limited edition communication folder is available for promotion of the real-life Transfers.

FUSION CONCEPTS
Ceramics Marbled Terracotta (655) – Line Extension

The latest Ceramics colour is a down-to-earth tone that speaks of autumn forest floors and clay artefacts. Inspired by nature, the craquelle glaze finish offers a softness and modernity to the product. It is perfect to highlight the earthy brown hues from Silk to Smoky Quartz.

 

Ceramics Marbled Seagreen (656) – Line Extension

The soft, pleasant sensation of foaming sea-green water is captured in the unique glazed surface of this new Ceramics colour. With its discreet elegance and natural appearance, it has an almost vintage-inspired elegance when coupled with soft pinks such as Light Rose and Vintage Rose.

 

Ceramics Mesh – Line extension

Offering the possibility of spectacular creations and endless design combinations, Ceramics Mesh transcends both fashion and interior designs and integrates beautifully with other SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS products. Customised motifs are able to be developed through Special Motif Service.

 

NEW COLOURS AND EFFECTS
New Colour – Sunflower (292)

Yellow carries the promise of a positive future in the theory of colour. The new colour Sunflower evokes memories of sunshine and laughter and captures the essence of summer. Yellow will advance from surrounding colours and offers enlightenment and happiness.

 

New Effect – Crystal Silver Night (001 SINI)

Sleek and sophisticated with its refined, almost translucent silver finish, Crystal Silver Night is perfectly suited to the current trend for refined, unobtrusive hues. It marries perfectly with Black Diamond and Jet to create a modern, monochromatic colour combination.

 

New Colour – Crystal Light Gold Pearl (001 539)

Offering understated elegance, the new Crystal Light Gold Pearl has an air of nostalgia, luxury and understated nostalgia and is perfectly on trend for the current catwalk directions toward revisiting the classics. It works beautifully in tone-on-tone combinations with other delicate crystal colours or Crystal Pearl colours and receives a modern update when teamed with metallic hues.

 

Crystal Bermuda Blue P (001 BBL) and Crystal Tabac P (001 TAB) – New effect/Line extension

Crystal Bermuda Blue and Crystal Tabac are now available on selected Pendants and Beads.
The “P” in the colour name stands for “Protective Layer”, which is a new lacquer system that is applied over the effects Crystal Bermuda Blue or Crystal Tabac. This lacquer is designed to protect the effects from scratches, fingerprints and other damage and also helps to prevent moisture that can lead to corrosion (e.g. from perspiration) penetrating into the effect layer when jewellery is designed to incorporate Crystal Stones that are not set in casings/settings.

 

Crystal Prints on Pendants and Beads – Line extension

Crystal Prints are an innovative new look available for the Pendants and Beads assortment. Three of the standard articles have been decorated with three different standard motifs that create an attractive contrast between the clear, transparent crystal and the black, graphic prints. The innovative designs open up endless possibilities for individual creations that are able to capitalise on both the play of light and brilliance of the SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS and the graphic structural patterns printed on the surface of the crystal.

 

CRYSTAL STONES
Cabochon Flat Back Hotfix (2080/4) – Line extension

The current SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS range has now been enlarged to include pearl effects – a major trend direction of the moment. Due to this line extension, SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS can now offer increased variety, combination and application possibilities in the textile, fashion and accessories segments. It opens up a new dimension for our application partners; enabling them to offer pearl motifs and designs in varied classic pearl effects.

 

Cosmic Flat Back Hotfix (2520) – New article

One of the best selling No Hotfix items is now available as an Hotfix element in the same colour and effect range. The regular, symmetrical shape offers a modern geometric design element (not incorporated in the Transfers product range). The application is recommended from the reverse side due to the pointed front side of the Cosmic Flat Back.

 

Butterfly Flat Back No Hotfix (2854) – New article

The new Butterfly Flat Back is a symbol of rebirth and reinvention and fits perfectly within the current trend for nostalgic elements. Botanics are being seen in major design areas from interiors to fashion and accessories. This article is easy to glue on any material, whether it is plastic, wood, glass or textile backings.

 

Lochrose (3129 P288) – New article

With its timeless, classic style the Lochrose fits perfectly into the newly revived trend for embroidery. Unique in the market due to the possibility of industrial application using high-quality standard embroidery machines, it is able to be used on large surfaces as well as on various materials, including leather.

 

Hexagon Sew-on Stone (3261) – New article

The new Hexagon Sew-on Stone has a sophisticated and elegant design, which can be used in combination with various other shapes. Due to its classic, yet enduringly modern shape it offers endless design possibilities. It can be sewn on fabric for soft fashion accessories and jewellery.

 

De-Art Family–New article (Sew-on Stone, Flat Fancy Stone, Fancy Stone)

SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS continues the innovation of the popular De-Art family with a strong graphic direction. The cut is now available on Sew-on Stones and Fancy Stones. Due to its elegant and sophisticated shape, it allows innovative and aesthetic design combinations. It is perfect for traditional textile and accessories application, but also for soft fabric jewellery – a current trend incorporating jewellery and needlework.

 

XILION Oval (4128) – Upgrade

The sophisticated XILION cut is patent protected by Swarovski and results in unique brilliance.
The classic cut makes this Crystal Stone extremely versatile. The existing Settings and moulds can still be used for the application of XILION Oval.

 

Nautilus Fancy Stone (4196) – New article

The creation of the Nautilus Fancy Stone was inspired by the beautiful underwater world. The result is a bold and desirable piece, perfect for creating a style statement. It can easily be used as a clasp on a handbag, or integrated into bold jewellery pieces.

 

Sphinx Eye (4200) – Line extension

The Sphinx Eye is based on the ever-popular classic Navette shape. This elongated shape showcases an almost avant-garde style while still remaining classic. Particularly suited to fashion, accessories and jewellery.

 

Lucerna Bead (5030) – New article

Inspired by Asia, the shape of this modern bead is a direct reflection of a Chinese lantern as its name Lucerna, latin for lantern, suggests. The inspired design perfectly suits the trend towards clustered and threaded jewellery, making it ideal for contemporary pieces.

 

Clover Bead (5752) – New article

The Clover Bead captives by its new romantic and naïve shape. It evokes childhood memories and is reminiscent of good luck symbols. It can be seen as a collectible item as a lucky charm, most suitable for accessories, jewellery and DIY.

 

Large Hole Beads (5900, 5914, 5942, 5944, 5954) – Hole upgrades

Five bestselling shapes from the Beads assortment are now available with a large hole, making them even more versatile. Due to the hole upgrade, the Beads are perfect for leather and thick fabric threads. The large hole also ensures that the article can be used on thin metal chains, a very popular on-going trend.

 

Crystal Baroque Pearl (5840) – Line extension

The softly seductive, organic shape of the Crystal Baroque Pearl ensures that it remains a key player in the on-going trend for eco-awareness. With its wonderful effects and smooth light reflection, SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS continues the success story with a size extension to 6 mm.

 

Helios Pendant (6040) – New article

The Helios Pendant has a modern and progressive shape with a large oval hole that offers limitless design possibilities. Its unique design makes it ideal for contemporary jewellery. The facets resemble sunrays which are expressed in its name: the name Helios comes from the Greek mythology and means “God of the Sun”.

 

XILION Mini Pear Pendant (6128) – New article

Perfectly matching the Pear-shaped Pendant (art. 6106), this new small Pendant with XILION cut (no upgrade) is ideal for chandelier earrings or drops on glamorous, colourful necklaces. It offers limitless design possibilities.

 

Wild Heart Pendant (6240) – New article

The elongated shape with asymmetric faceting allows a new interpretation of the heart symbol, the symbol of eternal love.

 

SEMI-FINISHED PRODUCTS
Crystaltex-it Chaton Bandings (62030) – New article

Small XILION Chatons transform this new product into an exciting, luxurious and unique statement in the fashion world. The XILION Chatons offer unmatched brilliance and a copyright protected cut. The target segments are fashion accessories, textile, interior, jewellery and new segments.

 

Crystal Fabric (57000) – Line extension

Perfectly in line with the discreet minimalism currently being showcased in the design world, the extension of the unique colour range for Crystal Fabric opens up new dimensions for application partners. Crystal Fabric transforms textiles into true luxury items.

 

Chessboard Button (1812/100, 1812/120) – Line extension

With its discreetly modern look and range of colours and casings, the Chessboard Button allows myriad combination possibilities within the design world.

 

Rose Pins (53301 (SS 10), 53302 (SS 16), 53303 (SS 20), 53304 (SS 34)) – New article

Due to their size and the vast colour range, Rose Pins are able to be easily integrated into many and varied designs. Their ability to be used on leather and natural hides makes them a front-runner for the current interior and fashion design trends which rely heavily on the use of natural materials.

 

Single Stone Setting (117704S39H2C1028F) – New article

SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS’ new Single Stone Setting offers unlimited application possibilities – from jewellery to DIY, fashion and accessories. The graceful shape has an extremely broad appeal across age groups and cultures.

 

Spring-Summer 2011-12

Swarovski Innovations Spring/Summer 2011

"With the growing focus on Earth’s fragile ecological system and on traditional, nature-affirming values, the trend experts at CRYSTALLIZED™ – Swarovski Elements have chosen water, the essence of life and beauty, for their Spring/Summer 2011 theme."

~ text from Swarovski

Designer Edition

Last 3 shapes to Designer Editions of Fantastic Flowers by Andrée Putman, the grande dame of French interior design. The first 3 shapes were introduced in February 2009. The six shapes Fantastic Flowers, a collaboration between Andree Putman and CRYSTALLIZED - Swarovski Elements, celebrates the inspiration and enchantment of nature.

DESIGNER EDITIONS by Andrée Putman: 6900 Ginko Pendant	DESIGNER EDITIONS by Andrée Putman: 6901, 6902 Zinnia Pendants	DESIGNER EDITIONS by Andrée Putman: 6908 Lotus Pendant

FUSION CONCEPTS: Ceramics offers fully cut ceramics: Completely opaque, highly polished finish , tough, scratch-resistant	Fern Green (291) New Color	Provence Lavender (284) New Color
White Opal (234) Color Extension to include large sizes in Fancy Stones, Beads, and Pendants	Crystal Lavender Pearl (001 524) New Article	Chessboard Circle Flat Back ~ No Hotfix & Hotfix (2035) Size Extension 3 smaller sizes and addition of color Crystal Red Magma to article
Wing Flat Back ~ No Hotfix & Hotfix (2770) New Article	Cosmic Square Ring (4437) New Article	Calypso Fancy Stone (4437) New Article
Wing Fancy Stone (4790) New Article	Square Bead Double Hole (5180) New Article	Artemis Bead (5540) New Article Like a spacer bead with conical shape and beveled hole ~ ideal pairing with round beads. Elegant, long, slender facets.
Wing Bead (5590) New Article Like a spacer bead with conical shape and beveled hole.	Cubist Bead (5650) Line Extension now available in larger sizes	Crystal Baroque Pearl (5840) New Article.
XILION Heart Pendant (6228) XILION upgrade	Wing Pendant (6690) New Article	Transfers-On-Roll New Article for quick and easy industrial application of Transfers
Crystal Rocks (72 000 - 72 010) New Article Crystaltex Chaton Bandings (62 030) New Article	Snap Fasteners (1780/100) Line Extension Decorative Buttons (1781/100) Line Extension	Jeans Button (1790/100, 1790/140) Line Extension Fancy Stone 4127 39x28mm now available as Single Stone Setting
Filigree (62026) New Article	Filigree (62027) New Article	Rondelle (77503) New Article Smallest rondelle - in 3mm to fit other 3mm Beads and Pearls.

Autumn-Winter 2010-11

Swarovski Innovations Autumn/Winter 2010/2011

These are the latest releases from Swarovski with a trend towards optimism and positive thinking to counter the present aura of economic gloom.

DESIGNER EDITIONS: Divine Rock comes in Sew-on Stone, Flat Fancy Stone, Pendant	Transfers by Manish Arora inspired by traditional Indian art and symbols	FUSION CONCEPTS: Crystal Mosaic - new interpretations of crystal with other types of materials
Greige (284) New Colour Read more on Greige color	Cyclamen Opal (398) New Color read more on Cyclamen Opal color	Crystal Metallic Light Gold (001 MLGLD) New Effect read more on Crystal Metallic Light Gold effect
Pendular Lochrose (3500) New Article	XILION Bead (5328) Upgrade (to 5301) Read full article XILION bead 5328 replaces 5301	XILION Pendant (6428) Upgrade
Round Stone (1201) Size Extension. New bigger size: 35mm	Cosmic Baguette Flat Back- Hotfix (2555) New Article	Cosmic Delta Flat Back - Hotfix & No Hotfix Colour Extension
Crystal Button (3014) Line Extension larger size and more colors	XILION Pear Fancy Stone (4328) Upgrade Existing Pear Fancy Stone upgraded to the XILION Pear	Chessboard Bead (5005) New Article
Fish Bead (5727) New Article Read full details on Fish Bead 5727	Crystal Coral Pearl (001 816) New Coating	Navette Pendant (6110) New Article
Fish Pendant (6727) New Article	Single Stone Setting (14904) Line Extension Fancy Stone 4627 37x25.5mm now available as a Single Stone Setting	Single Stone Setting (15904) Line Extension Fancy Stone 4127 39x28mm now available as Single Stone Setting
Single Stone Setting (16904) Line Extension Fancy Stone 4327 40x27mm now available as Single Stone Setting	Filigrees New Articles	Button with Metal Shank (1810/S39) Line Extension New smaller size now available
Crystaltex Motives Upgrade Crystaltex Motives now available as Special Motives (customized laser-cut motives)

Ordering Notes

Some Ordering Notes

When Ordering From Swarovski

A in Article Codes

Always the codes with A in them mean the expensive version and a Xilion cut 1028.

Rose vs Chaton Montees

Rose Montées vs Chaton Montées

What is the difference between a Rose Montées and a Chaton Montées

As part of their Crystallized™ Range, within Metal Trimmings, Swarovski offers Rose Montées and Chaton Montées . But what exactly are the differences and how can you use them?

Montées

Montées are stones that are integrated to and pre-mounted into a special metal 'cup' or setting. This allows you to securely sew the stone to the backing material, or to string them together with thread or jewelry wire.

The difference in naming comes from the shape of the stones themselves.

Rose Montées

Roses are loose crystal components that are round and have a flat back.

So a Rose Montées is a round, flat-back stone that has been pre mounted into a flat cup setting. The back of the cup setting allows you to sew/string the stone in 2 stringing directions.

Chaton Montées

Chatons are loose crystal components that are not necessarily round and have a cone-shape back - i.e. not a flat back.

Swarovski's current chaton Montées are however round, but the stones have a pointy, cone back that sits in a higher metal setting. Chaton Montées can also be sewn/strung in 2 stringing directions.

Swarovski 5328 XILLION replaces 5301 Bicone

Swarovski 5328 XILLION replaces 5301 Bicone

Goodbye 5301, Hello 5328

At the end of March 2009, Swarovski International sent an announcement to all its worldwide agents and distributors that the incredibly popular 5301 bicone crystal bead is to be put out to the pasture and will replaced by the new member of its XILLION family: the 5328 XILLION bead.

Transition Period

Swarovski states that the transition period will run from 2^nd June through September 2009 and that this will be a global transition. (For Australians, depending on Swarovski HQ local stock availability, the transition may extend beyond September 2009).

What does it mean for us?

It means that we get more brilliance for the same price! The new 5328 XILLION bead, which will replace the 5301, boasts of the revolutionary XILLION cut. The XILLION cut and hence the upcoming 5328, are copyright protected. It promises a distinctively higher brilliance, more fire and greater light reflection with its alternating large and smaller facets.

The increased number of facets promises an overall enhancement while the rounder belt line will result in improved and longer wearing comfort of finished projects.

There are no real good pictures or images of the new 5328 XILLION bead and probably none will be available till sometime after June 2, 2009. The following is the best I can find and at the very least, gives some indication of the differences.

Which Colours and Sizes of 5301 will be upgraded to 5328?

Only the 5301 bicone 2.5mm will remain the same. It is too small to be upgraded. Swarovski promises that the new 5328 will be available, with no price increase, in the same assortment of colours and sizes as the 5301. From 2^nd June 2009, new orders for the 5328 can be taken. However, it will only be shipped if its counterpart 5301 is out of stock. After September 2009, all 5328 variants can be ordered and will be shipped.

No really, what colours and sizes of the new 5328 will be available first?

There is no formal announcement yet as to which colours and sizes will be the first to undergo the transition. However common sense tells us that it would be nigh impossible and hence extremely unlikely that all the 5301s in all it multitude of sizes, colours, and effects combinations will be upgraded at the same time. Swarovski will likely do a soft rollout, replacing them in waves. Or Swarovski will transition one color at a time as their supply runs low. However if you have a look at our current detailed chart on 5301 availability, you will note that some of them have already been ear-marked as " future out of program". I would hazard a guess that this might be a good indication of what is going to undergo transition first.

Can I use the 5301 and 5328 together?

Absolutely. Swarovski states: "For application, the 5301 and 5328 XILLION Bead can be combined as their dimensions and geometry are complimentary".

Will the 5301s become collectors' items and hence more valuable?

There is nothing to prevent that from being so. From season to season, Swarovski discontinues certain colours, shapes, and effects. Some of these have indeed gone on to become valuable collectors' items due to their increasing rarity. With the 5301s, that might not be so immediately as they were so immensely popular and hence many people still have so many of them. The exception might be rare colours and effects like the Alexandrites, with and without effects, as well as the Cantaloupes.

However it may be prudent, especially if you are in the middle of a project, to get your stock of 5301s now before the transition and the 5301s are gone for good.

We will most definitely be getting the 5328s as soon as they become available to Swarovski Australia. We will keep you updated.

Swarovski Approved Branding

Swarovski Approved Branding

CREATE YOUR STYLE with CRYSTALLIZED™ - Swarovski Elements

Yeah! We have been approved, via contract, to be able to use phrase and label "CRYSTALLIZED™ - Swarovski Elements".

The usage of the phrase "CRYSTALLIZED™ - Swarovski Elements" is Swarovski's branding and guarantee of best quality crystals. It can only be used subject to contract and approval from Swarovski and only in conjunction with "licensed products". "Licensed products" being exclusively CRYSTALLIZED™ - Swarovski Elements or products that contain a minimum of 70% CRYSTALLIZED™ - Swarovski Elements and no other 3rd party crystals of any type.

SWARVOSKI®, CRYSTALLIZED™, CRYSTALLIZED™ - Swarovski Elements, CREATE your STYLE™ are all marks held by Swarovski and must be used in exactly the format laid out (capital letters, italics, etc). Further more, the use of the label on product packaging, advertising material, website is subject to their Visual Identity Standards.

Swarovski New Bead Chart

Swarovski New 2009 Bead Color Chart

Woowee - an impressive upgrade

I have just seen the latest and upgraded version of Swarovski's Bead Color Chart for 2009. And I am impressed.

Previously, Swarovski had bicone beads in various colours and effects on the chart. Very beautiful and great quality.

But now, the latest release features the Shapes of Beads as well ... so there are samples so of all those marvelous beads that they offer. There is one pic below (click to view larger image) and you can find more at this listing for Swarovski 2009 Bead Color Chart to see all the details and photos (as long as the item is still available).

Swarovski's Newest Beads and Colors

Swarovski's Newest Colors and Effects

Release: Autumn-Winter 2010/2011

Oooh, woopee. I have just been checking out some of Swarovski's very latest exciting releases. There are too many for me to document in a quick hurry but I do want to mention the very notables and the ones that are most likely to be on everybody's palette soon.

New Colours and Crystal Effect

There is the Greige which is a 'barely there' colour that will work perfectly with just about everything and bring a touch of what Swarovski calls "nobility" as well as sure but understated elegance to every single piece of work. My Swarovski rep told me that this is her very favourite colour in this release.

Then of course there is the Cyclamen Opal. Even the name alone is tempting. And this is the one that people are already asking for from just hearing about it - sight unseen. This one really looks like a beauty and in a very short time, both these colours will be arriving and available from ClearlyChosen online store.

And the latest crystal effect from Swarovski is called Crystal Metallic Light Gold. Swarovski is offering quite a number of their products with this effect, many with a full coating (2x). I can't wait to see this IRL as this could be just the extra touch for a full load of deep indulgence and chic opulence.

Bead and extensions to current lines

There are a number of new bead releases as well as XILION extensions to current lines. But the one that is sure to catch everyone's fancy is the joyful, playful Fish Bead. It looks sharp and crisp and has been so cleverly cut that it will add both aliveness and remarkable light-reflecting brilliance. Purrrrr-fect for charms ... as long as your kitty doesn't get to it first!

This too should be available very shortly from ClearlyChosen. In fact it is already up and listed so hop over and have a look at the Swarovski 5727 Fish Bead.

Will write more as soon as I find more goody facts and figures and know what else is arriving soon at our companion stores.